2009 Audi A5 vs. 1959 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 193 kg more than 1959 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A5 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 1959 Ford Anglia | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A5 | Anglia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 31 L |